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Recycling plastics isn’t just about reducing waste?it’s also an important factor in minimizing greenhouse gas emissions. Studies indicate that recycling 1 ton of plastic saves approximately 16.3 barrels of oil and reduces carbon dioxide emissions by up to 30%. Despite this, traditional recycling methods, such as mechanical recycling, remain energy-intensive, and the process often weakens the plastic's quality.